PHYSIOLOGY
MICROSCOPIC MUSCLE ANATOMY
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Question
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Which of the following are characteristics of cardiac muscle cells? (select all that apply)
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non-striated
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branching cells
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mononucleate
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contain intercalated discs
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The unique characteristic of cardiac muscle is the presence of intercalated discs found between muscle fibers so the cells are not fused.
Detailed explanation-2: -Cardiac muscle fibers cells also are extensively branched and are connected to one another at their ends by intercalated discs. An intercalated disc allows the cardiac muscle cells to contract in a wave-like pattern so that the heart can work as a pump.
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